my pt cruiser is leaking a lot of oil. The deepstick doesn't show any water in the oil so I figure it must be?

my pt cruiser is leaking a lot of oil. The deepstick doesn't show any water in the oil so I figure it must be?

a broken gasket, but which one. It's really hard to tell where the oil is coming from.

Asked by: samro7005 @ 2009-07-28 15:59:45

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get under the car and tighten up all the bolts you can find

Jay L

First place to check is always the drain plug. I can't tell you how many times I've heard of the plug not being tightened all the way after an oil change, then it vibrates looser and looser over the next few days or weeks then...bam! oil leak.

Cappo359

Get a can of rear bearing and gasket sealer and hope that it seals the leak.Otherwise,you may as well rebuild or replace the engine.

OneLastRevolutionary

likely places are the valve cover, oil pan, front or rear seal...

if the top of the motor isn't oily , it's likely to be the pan or seals , not the valve cover....

Sophie B

take the car to an EZ Lube and ask them if they can check to see where the leaks are coming from. It will be at the front or rear main seal, valve cover or oil pan gaskets, or drain plug.

Brandon

How much will an oil change cost for a 2001 Chrysler 300M?

Also, what things will they try to sell me that I don't need and where's the best places to go?

Asked by: sweetnj609 @ 2009-07-29 21:36:16

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The prices are usually pretty standard. Usually 20-30 bucks.
Jiffy Lube is great, and they've never tried to trick me into buying unnecessary junk. I'm sure if they tell you that you need something you should probably take their advice.

Keyser Söze

Depends on where you go. 20 to 40 bucks. Try Valvoline quick oil change.

Sarah

Anywhere from 20-40 $ they will usually try to get you to buy an air filter , they always check them. You can normally get one for about half the price they want to charge you for it. If your doing it yourself.. Actual cost about $ 20 total maybe less.

wesley_1971

Jiffy lube special during the week day before 10:00 am down the road here on Carson blvd in Hawaiian Gardens Ca 22.35 out the door. they will sale you anything that looks like it needs replace or service, since the crystal ball is in the shop, I have no idea what you do or do not need. But just ask to see what they are seeing and trying to sale you and say no thanks have some one else look at it and compare prices

rick b

Take it to your local Chrysler or Dodge dealer. An oil change should cost about $30 with taxes and disposal fees. They will check your tires, your lights, and maybe your brakes for free. They can check to see if there are any recalls that need to be done. You also establish a service record. Good luck.

C-Tech

How can I tell if a 1994 Plymouth Voyager 6 cyl 3.0 L is a 3-Speed or a 4-Speed automatic?

The shift indicator has P R N D 2 1. I am trying to find out if it is eligible for the new govt CARS program.
I put all the info I had into the CARS website and it comes down to - if the vehicle is a 3 speed the govt says it gets 19 mpg and if it is a 4 speed the govt says it gets 18 mpg. Only cars that get 18 mpg or worse mileage are eligible. (I think) I read somewhere that some of these vehicles had automatic overdrive and wouldn't that make them a 4-speed?

Asked by: gail @ 2009-07-29 15:09:57

[Best Answer]3 spd. to check, call your local dealer parts dept and give them the last 9 digits of the vin. they can run it on the computer and tell you for sure.

By : mr huh @ 1248980869

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Its a 3 speed if it was 4 speed it would read "P R N D 3 2 1"

Hope this helps

Zack

If it says that than its only a 3 speed tranny

Tiffany

The short wheelbase Voyager / Caravan had the 3 speed , the longer wheel base Grand Voyager / Grand Caravan had the electronic 4 speed automatic.
I did not know it mattered what transmission the vehicle had to be eligible for the CARS program. I thought it was based upon fuel mileage.
Guess I better go read thru the web site www.cars.gov again.
Edit added :
I went to the site and did some checking as I have a 93 Voyager with the 3 speed . Just like yours ,mine is also not eligable for the program. But for some reason the 4 speed is . Probably because the 4 sped Voyager is a longer wheelbase , thus a heavier vehicle that give less mileage.

Ok I found it:
Welcome to the CARS vehicle eligibility guide!
This guide will help you determine if your trade-in and new vehicle qualify for the CARS program and, if so, how much your trade-in is worth.

Step 1. Determine if your trade-in qualifies.

You will start by providing information about your trade-in vehicle. To properly select your trade-in, you will typically need to know the model year, number of cylinders in the engine, the engine size (in liters), and the transmission type. You may also need to know your fuel type (gasoline or diesel), drive type (2-wheel or 4-wheel drive), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or even whether or not your vehicle has a supercharger or turbocharger.

Step 2. Determine if your new vehicle qualifies.

If your trade-in qualifies for the program, you will then provide information about the vehicle you want to trade it in for. You will identify the new vehicle using a process similar to Step 1. If you're not sure exactly which vehicle you are interested in, this guide allows you to view the results for two new vehicles at a time.

FleetTech

look at the top of the transmission by the dipstick tube to see if there is a shift solenoid if there is its a 4 speed,a 3 speed will have a shift rod from the throttle body to the transmission.

Steve

3 spd. to check, call your local dealer parts dept and give them the last 9 digits of the vin. they can run it on the computer and tell you for sure.

mr huh

Looking to buy a PT Cruiser, pros and cons?

I am thinking about purchasing a 2008 PT Cruiser. I'm not too car smart, so I'm hoping for some useful information about the vehicle. A main concern of mine is how it is in snow. I live in Canada, so I would have to drive in snow roughly half the year, and I have to drive 30 minutes to work on the highway, so safety is important.
Le tme know!

Asked by: hellkat_420 @ 2009-07-30 04:37:44

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Nice car for daily driving, but invest in some snow chains. I have not heard of any bad things about it.

jason

best car out there. youll have zero regrets.

reggin

type into search box
PT Cruiser problems
2008 PT Cruiser problems

and you wil find what others have said about them you can also check by typing

comsumer reports 2008 PT Cruiser

kelly_f_1999

I for one do not like them... but have friends who do have them, some with over 100,000 miles. I see no problems with them different than any other cars and they go good in the snow. I see no reason for you not to buy one if this is what you want..... enjoy the car.

LT

does a plymouth voyager van need termostat?

my van overheats and it say check gauges

Asked by: brenda h @ 2009-07-29 17:42:07

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yes it has a thermostat. I could also be that the fan isnt working. Or the worst it could be one of the heads.

im2uncontrolable

ALL engines need a thermostat! Do not run your vehicle without a thermostat.

littlemyke@y...

yes

Steve

You need to test the coolant quality and mixture with a proper anti-freeze tester when the engine is cool , then once you know its mixed no more then 50/50 distilled water and anti-freeze and is good for at least -40F start up the vehicle , squeeze the top rad hose or thermostat hose , wait a few Min's you should feel pressure building up if the thermostat is working.Once it's running a bit watch and listen for the fan to engage and if it doesn't check the fan fuse and it's relay to start off with then it's wiring and the temperature sensor then the fan itself.


Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way having a service manual for that vehicle would be a great asset to have.

helpful bob